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Gaming PC Builds of the Month: September 2017
Here is the September 2017 gaming pc builds of the month update. These PC builds are put together each month to keep you up to date with the best pc builds you can purchase within several budgets that all provide high performances in any pc game on the market. The following builds are crafted to provide you the best possible value as chosen by Newb Computer Build and based on proven pc gaming hardware benchmarks.
The following includes pc builds for either $600, $1000 or $1500, This means that if you have a budget at or in between those budgets (with some included upgrade suggestions), you should be able to used the following to choose the perfect budget gaming pc build for you this September 2017. You will also notice that each build table is following by more hardware suggestions should you have more to spend or want upgrade ideas for the future.
This month, the $1500 once again shines with it’s majo5 change in processor — an upgrade to the Intel i7 7700K as to compete with newer AMD Ryzen processors and it simply fits the rather nicely into the $1500 budget. Also following last month, the $1000 pc build has now switched from the Intel i5 7600K to a Ryzen 5 1600X, which also accounts for a motherboard change and a cpu cooler change (to accommodate the Ryzen AMD AM4 socket). The entry level $600 gaming pc build has also switch over to the AMD Ryzen processor, which is the new Ryzen 3 1300x.
Focussing in on performance, these gaming pc builds ($600, $1000 & $1500 respectfully) will perform anywhere from standard 1080p gameplay all the way up to 1440p resolutions on maxed out game settings depending on which build you choose, that way you can determine which budget you should be purchasing based on what you’ll realistically need to push your PC to in terms of gaming performance, thus getting the most performance per-dollar spent on your gaming pc build.
*The following gaming pc builds don’t include monitors, mice or monitors. If you are in need of these you can check out the link above for some options, or you can leave a comment below and I’ll be sure to help you out.
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$1500 PC Build September 2017
Performance: Game with Extreme settings and High FPS at resolutions of 1920×1080 (1080P) & 2560×1440 (1440p) + good gameplay at 4K
| Hardware Link | Price | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor |
Intel 7th Gen Intel Core Desktop Processor i7-7700K (BX80677I77700K)
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$334.89 |  |
| Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO – CPU Cooler with 120mm PWM Fan | $29.99 |  |
| Motherboard | ASUS PRIME Z270-A LGA1151 DDR4 DP HDMI DVI M.2 USB 3.1 Z270 ATX Motherboard | $149.99 |  |
| Graphics Card | GTX 1080: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 G1 Gaming 8G Video Graphics Cards GV-N1080G1 | $549.99 |  |
| RAM | $124.46 |  |
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| SSD | SanDisk SSD PLUS 480GB Solid State Drive (SDSSDA-480G-G26) [Newest Version] | $139.99 |  |
| Power Supply | EVGA Supernova G2 750W 220-G2-0750-XR Fully Modular Power Supply | $119.99 |  |
| Computer Case | NZXT S340 Mid Tower Computer Case, Matte Black/Red (CA-S340MB-GR) | $74.99 |  |
| Estimated Price : | $1524 – (September 2017)
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Overview: Gaming PC Build for $1500
Nothing says you have a high-end rig than going with an Intel i7 cpu. The $1500 gaming pc build now comes with an Intel i7 7700K processor, (which previously included the Intel i5 6600K) – this is a significant change and really makes the $1500 build a solid pick for a premium gaming pc for now and into the future.
For our high-end graphics cards, we have a GTX 1080. This graphics card is made to max out games at 1400p resolutions. As a plus the GTX 1080 has also proven to be very playable on VR platforms (like the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive) should you be interested. If you are looking to beef up this build further, you could also consider the GTX 1080 Ti (included in the hardware upgrades table below).
For the motherboard we have a quality Z270 chipset board – the ASUS PRIME Z270-A. This motherboard is one of Asus’s best Z270 motherboards and very well balanced. This board does literally anything most mainstream gamers will ever need. If you want to learn more please visit the ASUS Prime Z1270-A page at Asus.com, which states the following highlighted specifications:
- 5-Way Optimization with Auto-Tuning and FanXpert 4 automatically tailors overclocking profiles to your unique build for maximum OC performance and dynamic system cooling
- Maximize your connectivity and speed with integrated Dual M.2, Intel® Optane™ Memory compatibility, USB 3.1 Type A / Type C connections, and Intel® Thunderbolt 3 support
- Dual Patent-pending SafeSlots featuring an injection molding process that integrates metal framing for a stronger, firmly anchored PCIe slot built for heavyweight GPUs
- AURA Sync RGB lighting features a nearly endless spectrum of colors with the ability to synchronize effects across an ever-expanding ecosystem of AURA Sync enabled products
- On-board 3D-printing mounts for creating unique designs on your customized build
The included RAM/memory, we have 16GB (two 8GB sticks) of Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB Kit, which is a good healthy amount of memory for this high performing $1500 gaming pc build.
Our storage solution, is a SanDisk Plus 480 GB SSD – plenty of space to get started with your build. If you think you want to milk as much speed and performance as possible you could also opt for a PCIe SSD, for a bit of a premium (as shown in the hardware upgrades/alternatives below).
For the PSU / Power Supply Unit for this build we have a total of 750Watts provided through the EVGA Supernova G2 750W psu – plenty of power for this build and a solid PSU and a highly rated power supply.
The included pc case is the NZXT S340 (specifically, the Matte Black/Red color scheme). I absolutely love the aesthetic of this case, one that just boasts confidence in style and quality. To learn more please visit the product page at NZXT.com where they state the following specifications:
- 360° of steel casing surrounding the all-steel chassis
- Grommet-less cable management bar keeps cables tidy with ease
- Full 280mm radiator support for the latest Kraken cooler
- Compact form factor coming in two inches below competing mid towers
- Detailed design and engineering with tons of small touches
- Very easy to build in for new and experienced users alike
- Integrated PSU shroud for an ultra clean build
- Fully filtered intakes
September 2017 ($1500) PC Build Upgrade Suggestions
The hardware upgrades you see here are recommendations for the above September 2017 $1500 gaming PC build. You can choose one or all of the hardware and it will be compatible with the above build and improve it’s performance in some way.
For those who are concerned about or want a highly efficient power supply, you could go with the Platinum rated EVGA SuperNOVA 750 P2 — just a smidge more than the G2 EVGA psu included in the main pc build.
The above pc build does include an SSD, which is perfectly suited for most gamers and pc builders, but if someone were searching for the fastest and one of the most efficient methods of storage, you could consider a premium PCIe Solid State Drive, such as the Plextor 512Gb M.2 PCIe SSD below.
If you want more than the included air cpu cooler included in the main build, then below is the Corsair Hydro Series H100i V2 liquid cpu cooler. This cooler would be a substitute for the above included Hyper 212 EVO air cpu cooler and would provide a quieter, more efficient / more customized cooling experience. This option would be best purchased now rather then later so as to save on buying only one cooler for your PC.
The final upgrade you see below is an EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti, which is a newly release card that now replaces the previous Titan X graphics card. The GTX 1080 Ti performs very similarly to the Titan X, but at a fraction of the cost. Another option here could also be the GTX 1080 graphics card, which will definitely provide more performance for a little less than the GTX 1080 Ti seen below.
| PSU UPGRADE | EVGA SuperNOVA 750 P2, 80+ PLATINUM 750W , Fully Modular , EVGA ECO Mode, 10 Year Warranty , Includes FREE Power On Self Tester, Power Supply 220-P2-0750-X1 – Higher Efficiency Power Supply |
$139.99 |  |
| GRAPHICS CARD UPGRADE | GTX 1080 Ti: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING OC 11GB Graphic Cards N108TGAMINGOC-11GD *New– For the best possible 4K gaming experience – Performance of the previous Titan X at a fraction of the cost! | $789.99 |  |
| CPU COOLER UPGRADE | Purchase a liquid CPU cooler (instead of the included air cooler): Corsair Hydro Series H100i v2 Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler CW-9060025-WW |
$139.99 |  |
| STORAGE UPGRADE | PCIe SSD (faster): Plextor M8Pe 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid-State Drive with Heatsink (PX-512M8PeG |
$249.00 |  |
$1000 September 2017 Gaming PC Build
Capability: Game with Extreme settings at 1920X1080 resolutions up to Higher Settings at 2560×1440 (2K)
| Hardware Link | Price | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Price: | $1004 (September 2017) | ||
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Processor
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$229.99 |  |
| Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper T4 CPU Cooler with 4 Direct Contact Heatpipes RR-T4-18PK-R1, INTEL/AMD with AM4 Support | $25.35 |  |
| Motherboard | $109.99 |  |
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| Graphics Card
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GTX 1060 6GB: Gigabyte Geforce GTX 1060 G1 Gaming Gv-N1060G1GAMING-6Gd REV2 Graphics Cards Graphic Cards GV-N1060G1GAM-6GD R2 | $289.99 | 
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| RAM | $69.99 |  |
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| SSD | $94.95 |  |
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| Power Supply | EVGA SuperNOVA 650 G2, 80+ GOLD 650W, Fully Modular, EVGA ECO Mode, 7 Year Warranty, Includes FREE Power On Self Tester Power Supply 220-G2-0650-Y1 | $89.99 |  |
| Computer Case | $69.99 |  |
Overview: $1000 2017 Gaming PC Build
The $1000 gaming pc build for September 2017 is for those who want to game at 1080p into 2K resolutions for under $1000. This PC build that will probably cover most of any average gamers needs. Who is an average game you might say —these are pc gamers who want an affordable pc that they get to custom build to play the most modern games at the highest settings on the most used HD resolutions (1080 to 2K resolutions).
This $1000 gaming pc includes an AMD Ryzen 1600X cpu, which has now taken over the Intel i5 7600K cpu that held the previous spot in this build. To par with this Ryzen cpu, included is a Cooler Master Hyper T4, which comes compatible with this AM4 socket cpu right out of the box. If you like you could also purchase a better air cooler such as the Hyper 212, but you will have to order the brackets for an AM4 socket cpu separate on the Cooler Master website.
The graphics card has stayed the same and included is a GTX 1060 6GB. This card allows you to play on high settings at 1080p and can even play into 1400p resolutions if you wanted to and has recently gone back down in price, making this a great purchase right now.
For the motherboard, we have included the Gigabyte GA-AB350-Gaming 3 motherboard supporting the Ryzen CPUs along with overclocking of the included 1600x in this build. The Gigabyte GA-AB350-Gaming 3 support the following specifications (learn more are gigabyte.com):
Gigabyte supplied Overclcking Guide for the Ryzen CPUs
- Supports AMD Ryzen™ & 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ Processors
- Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
- Fast 2 USB 3.1 Gen 2 with USB Type-A
- 2-Way CrossFire™ Multi-Graphics Support with Ultra Durable™ Metal Shielding over PCIe Slots
- Ultra-Fast PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with PCIe NVMe & SATA mode support
- ALC1220 120dB SNR HD Audio with Smart Headphone Amp
- Realtek® Gigabit LAN with cFosSpeed Internet Accelerator Software
- USB DAC-UP 2 & 2 Front USB 3.0 Ports with Adjustable Voltage
- RGB FUSION with Multi-Zone LED Light Show design
- Swappable Overlay for Accent LED
- Smart Fan 5 features 6 Temperature Sensors and 5 Hybrid Fan Headers
- GIGABYTE™ UEFI DualBIOS™
- APP Center Including EasyTune™ and Cloud Station™ Utilities
The RAM included is the affordable kit of Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB, which is enough memory for most gaming pc builds, and you always have the option to upgrade more in the future if need be with the extra couple of slots on the included motherboard.
For this pc builds storage, we have a SK Hynix 256GB SSD, which is a great value SSD. Should you want more than the 250GB, then you can look at the high-end build for another SSD option as well or in the hardware alternatives table below.
The included power supply unit used in this months $1000 pc build is the EVGA SuperNOVA G2 650W power supply, which is a great PSU with all modular cables and it provides the perfect amount of power for this build along with room for some upgrades.
Now for the PC case for the $1000 gaming pc build is the MasterBox 5 by Corsair. This case has a very straightforward design, which makes it super easy to build your pc build with. Read the full specifications for the MasterBox 5 over at corsair.com.
September 2017 $1000 PC Build Upgrade Suggestions
Below are the upgrade ideas for the September 2017 $1000 gaming PC build, these are recommended in case you have a larger budget or want some upgrade suggestions later on.
For the best in terms of a performance boost, you could consider going straight for a GTX 1070 graphics card, which could max those games out in 2K without a problem, which will enable higher frame rates in more demanding games.
If you want more than the included 256GB storage SSD in the main build, you could consider bumping your SSD up to the 500GB Sandisk Ultra II giving you nearly double the space and a slight bump in your read/write storage speed.
You could also go with a liquid cpu cooler such as the Corsair Hydro Series H80i V2 in place of the included air cooler already included in the above build above. This could help keep things quiet and a tad cooler when overclocking and it offers a more customize cooling experience.
I have also included a PSU upgrade this month – that is the EVGA 650Watt P2, which is a Platinum rated Power Supply Unit giving you an extra boost in power efficiency, which could save a tad on power as it uses it more efficiently.
| STORAGE UPGRADE | Add a Larger Faster SSD:
SanDisk Ultra II 500GB SATA III SSD – 2.5-Inch 7mm Height Solid State Drive – SDSSDHII-500G-G25 |
$148.99 |  |
| GRAPHICS CARD UPGRADE | GTX 1070: MSI Gaming GeForce GTX 1070 8GB GDDR5 SLI DirectX 12 VR Ready Graphics Card (GTX 1070 GAMING X 8G) | $499.99 |  |
| PSU UPGRADE | Upgrade to a Platinum efficient power supply – EVGA SuperNOVA 650 P2, 80+ PLATINUM 650W , Fully Modular , EVGA ECO Mode, 10 Year Warranty , Includes FREE Power On Self Tester, Power Supply 220-P2-0650-X1 | $124.99 |  |
| CPU COOLER UPGRADE | Corsair Hydro Series H80i v2 Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler , Black- Add a liquid CPU Cooler for quieter, more customized and efficient cooling |
$92.50 |  |
$600 September 2017 Gaming PC Build
Capability: Game at Smoothly with High settings and FPS at 1920X1080 resolutions in most games.
| Hardware Link | Price | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated Price: | $609 (September 2017) | ||
| Processor | $129.99 |  |
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| Motherboard | MSI Gaming AMD Ryzen B350 DDR4 VR Ready HDMI USB 3 ATX Motherboard (B350 PC MATE) | $89.99 |  |
| Graphics Card | GTX 1050 Ti: Gigabyte Geforce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB GDDR5 128 Bit PCI-E Graphic Card (GV-N105TD5-4GD)
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$149.99 |  |
| RAM | Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB DDR4 DRAM 2400MHz C16 Memory Kit, Black | $69.99 | |
| SSD | SanDisk SSD PLUS 120GB Solid State Drive (SDSSDA-120G-G26) [Newest Version] | $59.75 |  |
| Power Supply | Corsair CX Series, CX500, 500 Watt (500W) Power Supply, 80+ Bronze Certified | $58.46 |  |
| Computer Case | Zalman ATX Mid Tower PC Case Z11 NEO | $49.99 |  |
Overview: $600 Gaming PC Build
The September 2017 $600 gaming PC build is able to game smoothly at HD / 1080p resolutions in most games on high settings. Most general gamers will most likely be gaming on a 1080p monitor and this will actually be all they need to play the games they want to play.
The cpu included in this build is the newer Ryzen 3 1300X cpu. We also don’t need a separately included cooler, as this cpu has one included right in the box.
For the graphics card we have a GTX 1050 Ti graphics card. This is a very affordable gpu that provides you will good 1080p game play. If you need to further boost your graphics performance, check out the alternatives tables below where we include a GTX 1060.
The motherboard included in the $600 gaming pc build is the MSI B350 PC MATE. This is an affordable B350 motherboard that even comes with some neat features. To learn more please visit msi.com where they state the specifications for the this board as follows:
- Supports AMD® RYZEN Series processors and 7th Gen A-series / AthlonTM Processors for socket AM4
- Supports DDR4-3200+(OC) Memory
- DDR4 Boost: Give your DDR4 memory a performance boost
- VR Ready: Best virtual reality game experience without latency
- Audio Boost: Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for a HI-FI experience
- Multi-GPU: With Steel Armor PCI-E slots. Supports AMD Crossfire™
- EZ Debug LED: Easiest way to troubleshoot
- Turbo M.2: Delivering Speeds Up to 32Gb/s
- X-Boost: Great tool to boost your USB & Storage performance
- Military Class 4, Guard-Pro: Latest evolution in high quality components for best protection and efficiency
- Click BIOS 5: Award-winning BIOS with high resolution scalable font, favorites and search function
- WHQL certified for Windows 10
For RAM, we have a kit of Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB, which is enough memory for most standard gaming pc builds, and you always have the option to upgrade more in the future if need be with the extra couple of slots on the included motherboard
The storage included is a 120GB SanDisk SSD. This may not be a ton of starting storage space, but does work for an OS and some games, so if you feel you need more storage for your gaming pc build right off the bat, then you could easily upgrade to the 256Gb or 500Gb versions of the Sandisk or SK Hynix SSD for a little more storage capacity.
To actually provided power in this pc build, we have the reputable and affordable Corsair CX Series, CX500, with enough juice to power this build and for a good cost.
The PC case included is an affordable Zalman Z11 Neo, which provides great cooling performance and overall value at a great price. For a full list of case specifications, please visit Zalman.com.
September 2017 $600 PC Build Upgrade Suggestions
Here you will find upgrade suggestions should you have more to spend or want ideas for hardware upgrade when you have the need in the future for the September 2017 $600 gaming PC build.
If you are wanting a different style to your pc enclosure or want a higher quality pc case, you could consider going with a Phanteks Enthoo PRO M. This is just an example of a different case that you could choose from, as there are hundreds to choose from out these to suite your style — although this case is a very well rated case!
One of the more important performance upgrade solutions could be to the GTX 1060 graphics card, for a little bit more than the included GTX 1050 ti already included in the above build, so if you can squeeze approximately $100 more into your build, this is worth the consideration.
You can increase your storage space by going with a larger capacity SK HYNIX 256Gb SSD or even the 500GB one. This would be recommended if you think you will need more than 120GB as included in the SSD in the base build above.
For a further bump in performance, you could consider getting a slightly higher-performing CPU such as the AMD Ryzen 5 1400 (this cpu also comes with its own cpu cooler).
| CASE UPGRADE | Upgrade your case: Phanteks Enthoo PRO M Acrylic Window Computer Case, Anthracite Gray Edition PH-ES515PA_AG | $84.99 |  |
| GRAPHICS CARD UPGRADE | Gigabyte Geforce GTX 1060 G1 Gaming Gv-N1060G1GAMING-6Gd REV2 Graphics Cards Graphic Cards GV-N1060G1GAM-6GD R2 | $289.99 | |
| CPU UPGRADE | Higher performing Processor – AMD Ryzen 5 1400 Processor with Wraith Stealth Cooler (YD1400BBAEBOX) |
$164.22 |  |
| STORAGE UPGRADE | SK Hynix Flash Memory 2.5″ 250 GB Internal Solid State Drives HFS250G32TND-N1A2A |
$89.95 | |
Operating Systems for the September 2017 Gaming PC Builds
If you don’t already have an operating system laying around for your new gaming pc build, then you’re going to have to either invest in purchasing a standard OS such as Windows 10. Furthermore, there are some free alternatives that you could consider as well and for free. Keep in mind that it is recommended to purchase Windows online or as a USB stick and install it that way as optical drives are not included in any of these builds and nor would you generally need one for any modern gaming pc.
Included below is a USB copy of Windows 10, which is probably what most people need. I have also included two other operating systems that are both currently free – so could be worth the time trying out. Ubuntu is a Linux based operating system. The last OS is SteamOS, which is also a Linux OS being developed by Valve Corporation.
| OS Link | Price | Image | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 8.1 | Microsoft Windows 10 Home USB Flash Drive
*This is the USB version, you can also purchase the DVD (which requires an Optical Drive) or purchase a downloaded copy, which would require you to install on to a USB or hard drive from another PC. |
$109.98 |  |
| Ubuntu | Ubuntu – Desktop | Free |  |
| SteamOS | SteamOS – “Build your own Steam Machine” | Free |  |
September 2017’s Gaming PC Build Hardware Overview Video:
*Coming soon 🙂
Best of luck Building Your Gaming PC Build!
Thanks for visiting us for the best September 2017 gaming pc builds of the month over here at Newb Computer Build. These gaming pc builds are updated every month to give you the most up to date builds in these respective budgets ($600, $1000, $1500 & everything in between) giving you a range of the best gaming pc builds to choose from. If you have any questions or comments do feel free to leave them below and best of lucking building your dream pc!
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Hello COREY,
I like your built-s but there is one thing i want to ask is that msi gtx 1070 8gb ddr5 will good enough for ultra gaming, also for future gaming at least 1080p or + this is my first time that’s why i am little frightened.
Author
Hello Subhan,
Yes the GTX 1070 is perfect for any 1080p gaming and will max most games out even at higher fps without a problem. If you have any specific games in mind you think you’ll be playing, I’d suggest googling “GTX 1070 Benchmarks” for the specific game in mind. Also if you want to view the most up to date build of the month please visit https://newbcomputerbuild.com/best-gaming-pc-build-2018/
Thank you and let me know if you have any further questions!
ok COREY thanks for quick response,well if i manage to change some parts will it be compatible can you suggest me that: intel i5 6600k,corsair vengeance 8gb ddr4,1tb used hdd,msi gtx 1070 gaming x 8gb,msi z170a m3,evga powersupply 650 watts,(case) corsair carbide spec 1 or any other case..?
Author
That sounds like it should all work 🙂
the motherboard u has mentioned b350 only support ryzen or it could also support i5 6600k two more things because i am new in this that’s why i am asking ryzen 5 1600x or i5 6600k what will you recommend what will i go for i5 6600k or ryzen 5 1600x ? and secondly for motherboard what should i prefer Asus PRIME B350M-A AMD AM4 uATX or msi z170a m3 or the one u mentioned GIGABYTE GA-AB350-Gaming 3 my budget is around 1000$ (approximately 1010$ this is the least i can go for it)
i checked on internet ryzen 5 1600x beat i5 6600k ryzen perform well, but it has some heat issues so for this what will u prefer for how many hours we can played games at ryzen 5 1600x with msi 1070 gaming x any suggestions ..Thanks
well i think i should go for i5 6600k can u tell me the good motherboard for this processor which should well for msi gtx 1070 gaming x and further more.
Hello COREY,
I like your built-s but there is one question i want to ask is that msi gtx 1070 8gb ddr5 will good enough for the future gaming (1080p or higher for future gaming) if i go for it,this is my first time so i am little frightened
Im having a hard time finding a gpu in my budget. Im thinking of going with a gtx 1080 g1 gaming with this build,cheaper then a turbo in my area, what are your thoughts.
Author
Hi Jason, I think that’s completely fine, most of the GTX 1080’s will be just fine, especially on a budget. Let me know if you have any further questions!
Hi Corey,
So overclocking in GPU without putting core voltage can decrease GPU lifespan? Temps are around 71c-76c in gaming. I managed to put core clock +85 and memory clock is +315 no artifacts in heaven benchmark. GTX 1070 is my card Thanks!!
Author
Hi Sophie,
That’s a tough one to answer, but essentially yes you are decreasing your GPUs lifespan, by how much — well that’s hard to say. But in terms of how much of a decrease in lifespan, I wouldn’t say too much considering your graphics card may or may not be as good anyways in 5-10 years when it’s time to upgrade. As long as your overclock is running stable, I’d say you’re fine!